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    SETUP GUIDE
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    Model PP39L  SETUP GUIDE
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    damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable
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    Power Button 8 Set Up Windows Vista 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 9 Using Your Studio Laptop 12 Right Side Features 12 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Media Controls 19 Display Features 21 Removing and Replacing the Battery 22 Using the Optical Disc Drive
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    Help 43 Technical Support and Customer Service 44 DellConnect 44 Online Services 44 AutoTech Service 45 Product Information 46 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 46 Before You Call 47 Contacting Dell 48 Finding More Information and Resources 50 Basic Specifications 52
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    up your Studio 1555 laptop and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your computer. Restricting airflow around your Studio laptop may cause
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    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power
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    Connect the Network Cable (optional) If you plan to use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 7
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    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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    Studio Laptop Set Up Windows Vista® Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista. To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions Doing so may render your computer unusable. Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings
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    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If service for setup instructions and see "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 11. Setting Up a Wireless Connection 4 3 2 1 1. Internet service 2. cable or DSL modem 3. wireless router 4. portable computer with wireless
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    Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Follow the instructions or wireless technology
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    Your Studio Laptop Your Studio 1555 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. Right Side Features 4 56 7 3 1 ExpressCard slot - Supports one ExpressCard. The Express card slot is of 34 mm. NOTE: Your computer ships
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    from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical Drive - Plays or burns only standard-size and shape (12 cm) CDs, and DVDs. Ensure that the side with print or
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    outlet) : • Battery is charging - solid white • Battery is almost fully charged - flashing white • Battery is fully charged - Off 7 Power button and light - Turns the power on or off when pressed. The light in the button indicates the power state: • Computer is switched on - solid white
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    Using Your Studio Laptop 15
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    Using Your Studio Laptop Left Side Features 2 1 9 8 56 7 4 3 16
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    port connects your computer to a network or broadband device. Using Your Studio Laptop 5 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 eSATA Connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices, such as external hard
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    Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 34 1 Keyboard/ Backlit Keyboard (optional) - If you have purchased the optional backlit keyboard, the F6 key has the backlit keyboard icon on it. The optional backlit keyboard keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide. Backlit Keyboard
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    Studio Laptop 2 Touch pad - Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left-click by tapping the surface. It supports circular scrolling and zoom. To change the circular scrolling and zoom settings, double click the Dell pad buttons - Provide keyboard
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    Using Your Studio Laptop To use the media controls, press the required key. Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume Play the previous track or chapter Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Eject the disc 20
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    provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. Using Your Studio Laptop 2 Camera activity light (optional) - Indicates when the camera is your computer, your computer may not include a camera. FastAccess facial recognition (optional) - Helps to keep your Dell™ computer secure.
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    , see the Dell Technology Guide. Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut
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    To remove the battery: 1. Shut down the computer and turn it over. 2. Slide the battery release latch until it clicks into place. 3. Slide the battery out. 1 2 3 Using Your Studio Laptop To replace the battery, slide it into the bay until it clicks into place. 1 Battery 2 Battery charge/health
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    information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You
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    Using Your Studio Laptop formats including CDs, Blu-ray discs (if selected at the time of purchase), and DVDs. You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create
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    Your Studio Laptop Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer. To back up files: 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings. 2. Click Back up files or Back up computer. 3. Click
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    : Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. Beep Codes The following beep codes help you troubleshoot problems with your computer. Number Description
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    failure Keyboard controller test failure 4 RAM Read/Write failure Failure Coverage Motherboard Failure Memory failure Number Description of Beeps 5 RTC Power Fail 6 Video BIOS Test Failure 7 CPU Cache test failure (For Intel CPU only) 8 LCD Failure Coverage CMOS battery failure
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    display may not be responding. Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the problem persists, see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. If the power light is blinking white - The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on
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    the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. If you experience other memory problems - • Ensure
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    : Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the CD. If the computer stops responding - WARNING: You key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. If a
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    problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting
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    to access: • Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista) • Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer) • Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To
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    . Replace the battery. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 48 for assistance. CPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. Replace the CPU fan. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Hard-disk drive failure
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    Tools regularly. A parameter out of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48 for assistance). Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is
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    and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. 36 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image
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    Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and
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    was in when you purchased the computer. This procedure permanently delete all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you received the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • If you received an Operating
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    Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Starting System Restore 1. Click Start . 2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . NOTE: The
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    all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore
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    it was in before you installed the new device driver. See "System Restore" on page 38. CAUTION: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your primary hard drive. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. 41
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    System To reinstall Windows, you need the following: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required
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    and troubleshooting procedures. See "Online Services" on page 44 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 6. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 48. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff
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    the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com. DellConnect™ DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. For more
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    Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers. When you call AutoTech, use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to your questions. For instructions
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    indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36). 5. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned (power cables, software, guides, and so on) if the return is for credit. 6. Pack the equipment to
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    type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Ensure that the computer documentation is available. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: • Service Tag (bar code on
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    -up files. If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the United
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    Getting Help 49
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    NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive. the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may
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    instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. find your Service tag/Express Service Code- You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. find drivers and downloads. access technical support
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    System Model Dell Studio 1555 This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select
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    SODIMM DDR2 1 GB (single channel) Maximum Memory 8 GB (dual channel 4G x2) NOTE: Memory specification of > 4 GB is not well supported for a 32-bit Operating System (OS). NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 53
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    Basic Specifications Computer Information System Chipset Intel GM45/PM45 + ICH9M Data bus width 64 bits DRAM on system board Wireless 1 x half Mini-Card for WLAN for basic config 2 x full Mini-Cards (Optional) WWAN ExpressCard Card with Bluetooth® wireless technology Video Discrete Video
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    Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Intel High Definition Audio microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector two 4.5-ohm speakers and one 4 ohm subwoofer 2 Watt per channel into 4.5 ohm and 3 Watt per channel subwoofer Software program menus or keyboard buttons 55
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    serial connector (optional) one Type IIIA, 2 full MiniCard slots RJ-45 port one seven-pin/fourpin eSATA/USB combo connector two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors 15-hole connector HDMI 19 pin Display Type (TrueLife) 15.6-inch WLED HD TrueLife Dimensions: Height 193.5mm (7.61 in) Width 344
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    (see the Dell Technology Guide for more information.) Keyboard Number of keys Layout 86 (U.S. and Canada); 102 (Europe); 105 (Japan); 104 (Brazil) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Basic Specifications Camera (optional) Pixel 2.0 megapixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle 320x240 ~1600x1200
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    cell) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) 4 hours 58 Battery Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain powerintensive conditions. See the Dell Technology Guide for more information. Life span 300 discharge/charge (approximate
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    pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 +/- 1 VDC Basic Specifications AC Adapter Dimensions: 65 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 90 W (E-Series) Height Width 16 mm (0.6 in) 15 mm (0.59 in) (AutoAir Adapter) 66 mm (2.6 in) 127 mm (5.0 in
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    Basic Specifications AC Adapter Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature ranges: Operating Storage 147 mm 23 in) 371.6 mm (14.63 in) Depth 253 mm (9.96 in) Weight (with 4-cell battery): 5.4 lb Configurable to less than Relative humidity (maximum): Operating Storage Altitude (maximum): 10% to
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    Appendix Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must
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    , allowing 5 AutoTech 45 B backups creating 26 C calling Dell 47 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 54 computer capabilities 24 computer, setting up 5 62 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 conserving energy 25 Contacting Dell online 48 customer service 44 customizing your desktop 25 your energy
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    23 drivers and downloads 51 DVDs, playing and creating 25 E email addresses for technical support 45 Index energy conserving 25 expansion bus 54 F finding more information 50 FTP login, anonymous 45 H hardware problems diagnosing 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 43
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    the stand 6 Internet connection 9 ISP Internet Service Provider 9 M memory problems solving 30 memory support 53 Microsoft™ Windows Vista® 9 N network connection fixing 29 O order status 45 64 P power problems, solving 29 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 27 processor 52 products information
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    software problems 31 solving problems 27 specifications 52 support email addresses 45 support sites worldwide 44 System Messages 34 System Restore 38 T technical support 44 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 46 Windows, reinstalling 38 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 31
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